Yes, finally summer! The holiday and the nice weather we have all been waiting for is finally here!!
Time to relax, lay on the beach, catch some sun, do some surfing and drink ice-cold drinks with a straw.
But on those cozy, warm, summer evenings, why not celebrate with some sweet, modular awesomeness.

Just like the past years, KarmaFX Synth Modular will be offered with a refreshing 35% summer discount!
So right now, this is your chance to get KarmaFX Synth at a reduced price, and for a limited time only.

It has never been easier to create your own modular soundscapes.
KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored.
It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX Synth is available as VST for PC/Windows, and as AU for Mac/OSX in both 32 and 64 bit versions.
Check out the introductory video available here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2fsaLfjOvcKarmaFX wishes everyone a great summer and a fantastic, productive holiday!

New KarmaFX Synth demotune by Omnivox!

23/05/2015

Tomislav alias Omnivox, a psy/goa trance producer from Zagreb/Croatia, has
generously produced a really cool demotune entirely using KarmaFX Synth Modular.
Omnivox explains that the track was created using just tweaked factory presets available in the synth!
Have a listen to the demotune below and check out more great music from Omnivox here:
https://soundcloud.com/musicbyomnivox

From Omnivox:


I adore your KarmaFX synth, and I've been using it a lot in my music,
especially kick and bass banks (like that's a surprise).
Yesterday I came up with the idea to make a track with only KarmaFX synth,
to show the community what a great tool it is.
Anyway, I am sending you a track I wrote in last 2 hours,
...
I only used outside EQ to mildly eq sound groups (percussions and lead/fx
groups), apart from that all effects are within synths themselves. There
are 21 instances of the synth, and they generate all the sounds, including
percussions.


Just like the previous years, KarmaFX wants to celebrate the holiday season by having a 35% off sale on KarmaFX Synth Modular, starting today!

It might not be snowing or even be cold outside. Regardless, with the holidays coming up, perhaps now is a good time to
light up the fireplace, make some delicious hot cocoa, lock the door to the studio, turn up the speakers and plunge into modular awesomeness.

It has never been easier to create your own modular soundscapes.
KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored.
It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX wishes everyone a merry X-mas, a happy holiday and a modular new year!
Sale ends in 40 days.

Computer Music Magazine dives into Modular Synthesis

11/27/2014

The December issue of Computer Music is now available and worth checking out as it packs a huge modular synthesis cover feature!
KarmaFX Synth Modular is mentioned and featured in the issue, where the synth is used for some nice modular sample mangling.
Video tutorial material is also available.

CM writes:


KarmaFX Synth easy to use, reasonably priced and provides some decidedly digital modules that are not associated with typical virtual analogue synthesis.
... ...Turn the Comb's Feedback knob up halfway and have a listen. Get stuck into KarmaFX and build your own insane modular constructions!


Elsewhere in the magazine, CM compares KarmaFX Synth to the classic Moog Modular:


Not an emulation of the Moog system, nor a graphical language-style modular,
this one lies somewhere in between, with a comprehensive collection of modules
including a terrific filter with a Moog-style lowpass mode.
Virtual patch cables are used but don't obscure the modules' controls.
An excellent tool for education and creativity.


KarmaFX Synth reviewed in SoundBytes Magazine

09/17/2014

In the September issue of SoundBytes magazine, Rob Mitchell reviews KarmaFX Synth Modular.

And what a review!!
It's very positive and a nice read, even if you are already familiar with or own the synth.
The 5 cool pages are available both online and in downloadable PDF format.
Rob goes into great detail, covering generators, filters and effects, the control panel, plus some of the extra
bonus features that he found useful.

Rob writes:


I really like KarmaFX’s Synth Modular. It is very powerful, has a great sound, and includes an abundance of presets. Its large number of module types can create nearly any preset you can think up. To top it off, I think it’s much easier to use than many of the other modular synthesizer plugins out there.


Now, if you have been enjoying this years summer, perhaps you feel down because fall is just around the corner?
Maybe summer was shorter than you expected?, or the indian summer you were hoping for did not show?
If that is the case, do not despair!!

Instead - feel good about all the time that you did get to sit in the sun,
have a cup of refreshing coffee and use the extra "inside" time now for digging further into sound creation using a fully modular, and digitally sample accurate, synthesizer!!
As last year, KarmaFX Synth Modular will be offered with a nice 35% summer discount!
So this is your chance to get KarmaFX Synth at a reduced price, and for a limited time only, starting right now!

It has never been easier to get into creating your own modular soundscapes.
KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored.
It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

The March issue of Computer Music (page 55) takes a deep dive into Modular Synthesis,
using KarmaFX Synth Modular for building a fully modular synthesizer patch in an easy to follow step-by-step tutorial.
The primer is a good read, especially if you are new to modular synthesis.

CM writes:


Right, let's stray into the deep end with a fully modular synth!
We're going to build a modular patch from the ground up.
KarmaFX Synth is an ideal modular for those learning the ropes, and a 30-day demo is available from karmafx.net.


KarmaFX Synth also gets an honourable mention as one of the top picks in "Three of the best Modular Synths" (page 73).

KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.17 released!

01/11/2014

KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.17 released.

Synth now comes in a 32 bit and 64 bit version. Full install is required.
Registered users will receive their download links by email ASAP. Until then, the previous RC1 download link will work just as well.
On Mac, currently only one version (32 or 64 bit Audio Unit) can be installed at a time.
The demo version, downloadable from the product page, is now also available in both 32 and 64 bit.

All registered users have received an email with the release candidate download link for v1.17 RC1 build 6043.
32 bit and 64 bit installers are available for both PC and Mac.

If you feel brave and want to take it for a spin in your favorite 64 bit or 32 bit host, please download and try it out.
However, please note that this is not the final version. A stable, final version will (hopefully) be released very soon. Stay tuned!

Summer is a great time! Time for relaxing and enjoying the nice, warm, sunny weather.

But when you're done hanging out at the beach, all tanned and heading back to the studio, ready to make some great tunes,
why not brush off the sand and enjoy a KarmaFX Synth Modular snack with a crunchy 35% summer discount?
This is your chance to get KarmaFX Synth at a reduced price, and for a limited time only, starting right now!

KarmaFX Synth Modular is a fully modular sound package for PC & Mac with lots of possibilities just waiting to be explored.
It has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Dive into advanced sound synthesis and roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX wishes everyone a great summer and a fantastic, productive holiday!
Peace! and don't forget to spread the word!

CR-78 kick drums - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

07/16/2013

In the July issue of Computer Music,
Scot Solida delves further into the wonders of the Roland CR-78 beatbox, recreating its bass drum, all using the modules in KarmaFX Synth Modular.

Scot writes:


...I've synthesised a number of different kick drum sounds in Sound Essentials over the years, but I've never tried to create a replica of a specific sound;
it's harder than you might think! Not as huge as a detuned TR-808 kick, the CR-78's bass drum is nevertheless a classic. Let's fire up KarmaFX Synth and load up the CMBasic patch...


Metal Beat - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

06/23/2013

In the June issue of Computer Music,
Scot Solida recreates the signature sounds of the classic Roland CR-78
drum machine, all using the modules in KarmaFX Synth Modular.

Scot writes:


Let's whip up a couple of CR-78-inspired percussion sounds.
I said I'd use a modular package, and for that I'll turn to KarmaFX Synth once again.


ARP Pro Soloist - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

04/28/2013

Scot Solida gets nostalgic for an abandoned monosynth, and emulates the ARP Pro Soloist using legato and aftertouch in KarmaFX Synth Modular.
In the April issue of Computer Music, Scot writes:


...we're going to create the sound of an exceedingly simple synthesiser
with one of the most flexible instruments out there: our dear old friend KarmaFX Synth.


Shimmer and boil - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

01/12/2013

In the january issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida celebrates the witching season with and age-old modulation technique: Creating bubbling and shimmering sounds using Sample & Hold. All using KarmaFX Synth Modular.
Scot writes:


You just knew it had to be KarmaFX Synth again, didn't you?
The fact that its sample and hold function works much like that of a hardware modular makes it an
obvious choice for recreating a patch I made on The Big Fella (my huge modular system).


Some of the best traditions happen this time of year.
And just like the previous years, KarmaFX wants to celebrate the holiday season by having a 35% off sale on KarmaFX Synth Modular, starting today
12/12/2012!

So, if you have been wanting to break out of the fixed-path-synthesizer cage, and plunge into
modular awesomeness, now is your chance! For a limited time only. Sale ends in 30 days.

For a quick introduction to the synth and its many features, check out
this video.
KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

KarmaFX wishes everyone a merry X-mas, a happy holiday and a magical new year!
EDIT: 01/12/2013: Sale has ended.

KarmaFX Synth v1.16 updated

11/27/2012

KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.16 has been updated to build 6033.
Only Mac users of Presonus Studio One 2 will need to upgrade.
As this is a minor update, there is no version change.

Aggressive behaviour - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

10/17/2012

In the autumn issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida goes through some clever synth programming
for creating a distorted guitar type sound using Pulse width modulation. All using KarmaFX Synth Modular.
Scot writes:


For my solo recordings, I use my massive analogue modular system.
Fortunately, our dear old KarmaFX Synth offers everything we need to do much the same job.


KarmaFX Synth Modular featured on SYNTHDemo

09/01/2012

The guys over at SYNTHDemo have posted a video featuring KarmaFX Synth Modular,
so cool that it deserves mention here. They write:


All sounds including drums and vocal are from KarmaFX. No external FX used except light limiting on the master.



...This is an amazing sounding synth and very flexible with a huge range of modules. If you're quick you can still catch it at the summer sale price of 48 euro or $72 US.


Nice sounds and arrangement guys. Thanks so much for posting it!

Ringing in your ears - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

08/30/2012

In the latest issue of Computer Music, Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular
for wringing percussion patches from little more than a ring modulator.
In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, September 2012 issue,
Scot writes:


We need a modular synth, so I'm calling upon KarmaFX Synth Modular
- its high-level modules make it a perfect learning tool.
If you don't own this beauty, you can get the demo at www.karmafx.net.


New KarmaFX Synth Modular Introductory Video

08/05/2012

A new KarmaFX Synth Modular Introductory Video is now available on
Youtube.
The video gives a brief introduction to the synth and some of its many modules.

Summer is finally here!
Time to relax, enjoy the sunny warm weather, do some roller scating, play some ping pong, and all the other things you do in your summer holiday.
But in all this excitement, don't forget to feed your ears with some new quality sounds,
when kicking back in the studio during those warm, cozy summer evenings.

For that reason, KarmaFX wants to celebrate the holiday by cutting 35% off the price of the awesome, award winning KarmaFX Synth Modular!
KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

For a limited time only, so get it while it's hot! Sale ends September 1st.
EDIT: 09/01/2012: Summer Sale has ended.

Off the beaten path - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

05/06/2012

Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to create a full percussion track powered by just one oscillator. In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, May 2012 issue,
Scot writes:


To make this sound like a drum machine, we need KarmaFX Synth's Step module.


Custom Waveforms - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine

03/25/2012

Scot Solida explores the concept of resynthesising on the wave cycle level using the Additive module in KarmaFX Synth Modular. In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, April 2012 issue,
Scot writes:


You're not playing a sample - you're playing an additive recreation of it!


BluffMunkey, a talented Sound designer, Producer and Remixer from UK,
has generously shared his track "Mysteria". Done almost exclusively with KarmaFX Synth Modular!
Check it out below and listen to more stuff from BluffMunkey on SoundCloud.

Scot Solida bigs up one of the most overlooked techniques in the sound designer's toolbox: The crossfade. In his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, March 2012 issue,
Scot writes:


The sound in question began as an idea I had for shifting timbres by sequencing or modulating between two sounds using a fade module on my modular.
Unfortunatly, the modular was in use at the time, so I cobbled together something using KarmaFX Synth instead.
It worked beautifully and was easily translated into a patch on the big fella later.



While you can certainly create a good horn patch on a fixed-path synth, you'll be able to add much-needed
complexity with a modular instrument. With that in mind, we're going to be using KarmaFX Synth Modular.


Christmas comes early this year!
In the dark and cold season, what better than to sit
by your warm computer and make some delightful synthesizer ear-candy using a powerful modular machine?
As last year,
KarmaFX wants to celebrate the holiday season by having a 35% off sale on KarmaFX Synth Modular!

If you have been wanting to break out of the fixed-path-synthesizer cage, and plunge into
modular awesomeness to take full control over your soundscapes, now is your chance! For a limited time only.
KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

Sale starts today, december 5th!
KarmaFX wishes everyone a merry X-mas, a happy holiday and a magical new year 2012!
EDIT: Sale extended 5 more days! Now ends 10th of january!!

KarmaFX Synth v1.16 released!

11/13/2011

KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.16 released.
Update contains bugfixes.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.16 changelog.

Bugfix: Stereo samples in sampler could get truncated on load. Fixed. (Thanks Robert)

Bugfix: Samplerate in Audio Unit would not work with anything but 44.1kHz. Fixed.

Bugfix: Synth and FX Audio Units had exposed gui interfaces with the same class name. Fixed.

KarmaFX Synth Modular demo updated. Extended timeout.

Sonic cycling - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, October issue

10/9/2011

Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, goes crazy with the step module in KarmaFX Synth Modular
to do wavesequencing. All in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, October 2011 issue.

Scot writes:


There are easier ways to do what we're going to do, but we'll get the most out of using a modular instrument
such as KarmaFX Synth Modular.


Spectral resynthesis - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, August issue


We need a software modular synth to replicate the spectral shenanigans that I like to patch on my big
modular or within the Kyma System. I'm turning to KarmaFX Synth Modular (karmafx.net),
since it's easy to use no matter what your level of experience.


KarmaFX Synth reviewed in Wusik Magazine, June issue

9/1/2011

KarmaFX Synth Modular is reviewed by Ben Paturzo in the June 2011 issue of Wusik Magazine (page 54).
The review is very well written and positive, and also contains some historical facts about modular synthesis in general.
The synth is even featured in a very nice article on Additive synthesis in the same issue (page 13).
You can read the whole issue online here.

Ben writes:


The modules in KarmaFX and the way they can be arranged and routed come closest, in my opinion, to the original spirit and operation,
especially in terms of layout and patching, of the modular synthesizers that Robert Moog (and others) made. ....
KarmaFX is a solid performer and a delight to use. Bob Moog would be proud.


To celebrate the sunny warm weather, the barbecue, the hot sand and
the shallow, salty waves on the beach,
KarmaFX will be having a summer sale this year!
This means that the price of KarmaFX Synth Modular will be cut 35%
during the summer!!!

That's right! So if you're serious about synthesis, and want to take
the plunge into modular sound creation
or just spice up your music with some killer modular patches, now is
your chance to do so at a reduced price,
and for a limited time only, starting now!!

KarmaFX wishes everyone a great summer and a happy holiday! 8-)
Simply click here to buy and have fun during those long, warm summer evenings!

EDIT: 09/05/2011: Summer Sale has ended.

Taking FM analogue - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, June issue

06/01/2011

Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida,
turns frequency modulation on its head by pursuing this typically digital technique using a modular "analogue" synth.
All in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, June 2011 issue.

Scot writes:


I'm using KarmaFX Synth (karmafx.net), since it has solid, prefab modules that don't require any messing about under the hood.


New Track from Wavetraxx featuring KarmaFX Synth

03/08/2011

Two new exclusive tracks from Wavetraxx: One of the leading hardtrance producers!

First track is called: Meriton Celiku - Love7 (Wavetraxx Remix) and has not been released or published yet.
Done by Christoph Menzi/Wavetraxx (left) and Meriton Celiku (right).
Leadsound was created with Sylenth1, KarmaFX Synth and Virus Powercore!

Second track fresh from the studio is Wavetraxx Nightingale. KarmaFX Synth was used for some background soundelements and for the lead on this awesome sounding track.
Thanks so much Wavetraxx! Keep it up!

Shepard's Pie - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, January issue

01/16/2011

Computer Music's resident sound designer, Scot Solida, demonstrates how to create
the shepard tone, a sound that creates an illusion of continuosly ascending or descending pitch,
All in his Synth Essentials column in the Computer Music, January 2011 issue, this time using
the Mac / OS X version of the synth.

Scot writes:


It's easy to forget that mixers can be routed just about anywhere in a modular system
- and that includes using them for control-level-signals. That's what we're doing here.


Merry X-mas! Holiday Sale!

12/24/2010

HOLIDAY SALE!35%

KarmaFX wants to celebrate this years holiday season by having a 35% off sale on KarmaFX Synth Modular!

So if you've been wanting to get into modular synthesis, now is your chance to do so at a reduced-price! For a limited time only!

KarmaFX Synth Modular has a unique sound due to the high quality of the built-in modules and the internal high frequency, sample accurate modulation.
Roll your own sounds by connecting modules in creative ways, or simply use some of the many quality, pre-made patches.

Sale starts today, december 24! Last day is friday, 14th of january.
Click here to buy.
KarmaFX wishes everyone a great holiday and a happy new year!

Pitch Modulation - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, December issue


Once our samples are trimmed and looped, we can turn to our synthesiser.
We're combining sampling and synthesis.
You could use Reason's Combinator, say, or a sophisticated sampler like Kontakt.
Since I make my own sounds on my modular, I use KarmaFX Synth (karmafx.net).



We're going to need a modular synthesiser for this exercise -
and if you're a long-time reader of Sound Essentials, I probably don't need to tell you which one we're going to use.
Yup, that's right - it's KarmaFX Synth (karmafx.net), ...


KarmaFX Synth v1.15 updated!

10/19/2010

The KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.15 build 6024 for Windows fixes an important issue in Cubase SX 3.1.x.
Users having this issue should download installer again, and reinstall.

The KarmaFX Synth Modular v1.14 Mac OS X (Intel) release candidate Demo (Build 6016) is now available for download on the Products page.
Thanks to all the beta testers and special thanks to Jan for help with the Mac porting process!

If all goes well the release version will be ready for purchase within a week or two.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.14 released !

09/27/2010

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.14 has been released.
See full changelog below.
Full install is not required.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.14 changelog.

Bugfix: Synth would crash in Reaper when using polyphony. Fixed. (Thanks rocket34bg!)

Bugfix: Support was broken for samplerates other than 44.1kHz. Fixed. (Thanks Itai!)

Bugfix: Added missing support for the "key" keyword in .sfz loader.

Bugfix: Better .sfz loader error checking.

Bugfix: 31 band equalizer 12/24dB toggle did not show up in GUI correctly. Fixed.

Bugfix: Shift/control keys could get stuck when openening a dialog on Mac. Fixed. (Thanks Itai!)

Demo version expires February, 2011.

Euphemiser Live on KarmaFX Synth

09/21/2010

Australian alternative electro producer Euphemiser (alias Adrian James) had his first live performance
this September at the Brisbane Hotel, Hobart. Euphemiser uses KarmaFX for 99% of his
synth needs.

Adrian writes:

"I use three to six different custom-made patches for each track, and
sometimes run the live vocals through KarmaFX too...KarmaFX is as versatile
as it is powerful, and so easy to use. You're pretty much just limited by CPU and
your imagination."

Euphemiser uses Ableton Live 8 as DAW/host, and KarmaFX Synth both to produce
backing tracks and to play live on midi keyboards.

Euphemiser's next gig is at Alley Cat on the 5th of November.
Check out his music on myspace and
last.fm!

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.13 released !

09/19/2010

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.13 has been released.
See full changelog below.
Full install is not required.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.13 changelog.

Bugfix: Additive module did not work due to internal FPU stack overflow. Fixed. (Thanks John!)

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.12 has been released.
Unfortunately v1.11 had a couple of serious bugs. These have been fixed in v1.12.
Updating is highly recommended.
A fresh install is required. See full changelog below.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using their download link.
Apologies to everyone who updated to v1.11!

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.11 has been released. A fresh install is required. See full changelog below.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.11 changelog.

Upgraded PC/Windows version to VST SDK 2.4.

Configuration options are now stored in an ini file in the synth folder. (Thanks Sean+audiojunkie).

Bugfix: Loading module presets could crash the synth if parameters were modulated. Fixed.

Bugfix: Begin/end parameter edit is now passed correctly to the host.

Made Mac OS X / Audio unit / Intel port (Mac version coming soon!)

Manual has been updated to revision 1.16.

Demo version expires February, 2011.

Coming Soon: KarmaFX Synth Modular on Mac OS X

06/06/2010

Mac is an important audio platform, and KarmaFX will finally be taking a bite of the apple.
An Intel Mac OS X version of KarmaFX Synth is in the works!
It is expected to be released around summer 2010, and is based on an
Audiounit/Cocoa framework, which means that it will run natively within
any recent host application on Mac OS X such as Live or Logic.

KarmaFX webpage updated with new design

06/05/2010

The KarmaFX webpage has been redesigned
and reorganized to make it easier to read.
A "home" section has been added to make room for dynamic content.
This should also make it easier to navigate and find what you're looking for.

Not to worry, while our looks may have changed, we are still the same underneath.

Re-vox inhumana - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, May issue


It's just a few notes of the additive choir...
I want to create something similar to this using a native soft synth.
KarmaFX Synth (get the demo from karmafx.net) has an additive oscillator, so let's try that.


Elemental explorations - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, April issue

03/20/2010

Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to create an atmospheric synth patch using a found sound in this months Computer Music.

Scot writes:


...Play a low note and crank the Frequency knob all the way down.
Those sounds are superbly atmospheric.


Twang bang - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, February issue

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.10 has been released. See full changelog below.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

Added "New" item to input menus that adds a new default module and automatically patches it to the respective module or knob.

The "New Bank" menuitem has been removed from main pop-up and added to the bank selection menu instead.

Re-enabled the non-resetting, analog-style envelope attack (was disabled in v1.07).
An "Analog" option has been added to the ADSR envelope attack knob. This option is on by default. (Thanks Argitoth!)

Added "Crossfade Sustain Loop" option to right click menu in Sampler.
If sustain is enabled this will alter the sample to create a seamless sustain loop by crossfading the attack/sustain/release areas.

The keyrange/velocity view in sampler has been extended to also show the ranges of any pressed keys.

A sample selection region can now be resized by shift-left dragging mouse close to the borders of the region.

Shift now has to be held down when pressing up and down arrows in sampler to autoload samples from disk.

A modules input menu now grays out the item that makes it patch to itself.

Shift-double clicking on sample area in sampler now selects sustain region/all of sample.

Default ADSR curve is now set to Exp.

Location of the output module has been changed in the Empty patch template.

Bugfix: Interpolation across sustain loops in sampler was broken. Fixed.

Bugfix: Fixed denormal issue in output module.

Bugfix: Reduced GDI usage. (Thanks MadGonzo).

Manual has been updated to revision 1.15 (requires fresh install).

Demo version expires April, 2010.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.09 released !

10/31/2009

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.09 has been released. See full changelog below.
Registered users should have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using the download link or by using "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

Some of the best user banks from stuff are now bundled with the registered version, including: Alexeus Knober BASS, Consonance, Gonzo, PsyKick, PsyBass, Teh Flos Bank and The Fall.
Enjoy! That's more than 1300+ patches total!!

Synth Modular price has been adjusted to take into account the recent drop in the US dollar.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.09 changelog.

Bugfix: Sample index was reset in sampler when loading a new sample. Fixed.

Bugfix: Knob state was not reset after the global Show Modulation was enabled and then disabled. Fixed.

Bugfix: Crash when routing an infinite: delay->eq10->(back to delay). Fixed.

Bugfix: Step sequencer not reset on transport change when trigger was disabled. Fixed.

KarmaFX Synth Modular is featured in a new book on Becoming a Synthesizer Wizard: From Presets to Power User by Simon Cann.

The book is an exploration into the world of synthesizers which will guide you through
an introduction to synthesis, synthesizers, and sound creation in the digital realm,
the building blocks of synthesis, synthesizer construction and sound design and synthesizer architecture.
Simon Cann is a writer based in London. He is the author of a number of music-related books, including:
How to Make a Noise,
Cakewalk Synthesizers: From Presets to Power User,
Building a Successful 21st Century Music Career,
Rocking Your Music Business, and Becoming a Synthesizer Wizard: From Presets to Power User.

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KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.08 released !

06/11/2009

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.08 has been released. See full changelog below.
Registered users have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using their new download link or by selecting "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

Bugfix: Osc1 trigger would not init phase in legato mode if module had been off or reset between midi events. Fixed.

Bugfix: Chorus delay line could go out of range in stereo mode. Fixed.

Updated manual to revision 1.14 (Requires fresh install).

Demo version expires November, 2009.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.07 released !

05/17/2009

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.07 has been released, containing feature additions and some essential bugfixes. See full changelog below.
Registered users have received a notification e-mail and can update online by using their new download link or by selecting "Check for Update Now..." inside the synth.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.07 changelog.

Added modulation range option (of factors 1,2,4 or 8) to the right click menu of all Mod knobs.

"...Find attached a small Cosmosis bank of psychedelic trippy delay
patches for the excellent vst delay plugin by KarmaFX.
If you're making Psy-trance, then delay is probably the most important
effect to create a psychedelic or trippy vibe.
The KarmaFX plugin is one of my favourite delay plugs in my vst folder as
it contains a filter in the feedback loop, enabling dub effects as well as
lots of control over panning the repeats - straight pan delay, stereo
delay or L,C,R delays are possible."

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.06 released !

03/02/2009

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.06 has been released. Bugfixes only. See full changelog below.
Registered users can either update online by selecting "Check for Update Now..." in the menu
or use their most recent download link again for getting the full installer.

Bugfix: Connecting a module to another module which modulates the first module could crash the synth. Fixed.

Bugfix: Releasing Ctrl just before making a connection could leave a hanging non-connected wire. Fixed.

Demo version expires September, 2009.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.05 released !

02/24/2009

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.05 has been released.
A few nifty features have been added and a fresh install is required. See full changelog below.
Registered users should have received their download link by e-mail.

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.05 changelog.

Speed of oscillators and unison modules has been improved significantly.

Chorus sound has been improved: Depth and delays range have been increased from 80ms to 200ms.
Max number of stages has been increased from 3 to 8. A delay modulator is allocated per stage to let LFOs run out of phase.
New "phase offset" parameter added for controlling LFO phase. (Thanks MadGonzo!)

"Straight" unison is now the default mode in Unison module.

Online update will now also download and run full installer updates. [requires fresh install]

Bugfix: Sampler would not trigger on very first note when GUI was minimized. Fixed.

Bugfix: Switching a module connected to the notepitch module between stereo and mono could cause notepitch module to loose a polyphonic voice. Fixed.

Bugfix: Notepitch module could in some situations play the same key in two or more polyphonic voices, causing the amplifier to leave hanging notes. Fixed.

Bugfix: To prevent hanging notes, the Amplifier and Notepitch modules are now reset when the midi stream is interrupted.

Bugfix: Silent modulators would not free the CPU as much as disconnected modulators. Fixed.

All together now - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, February issue

02/05/2009

Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth Modular to fatten up waveforms while uncovering the unique undulations of the unison effect (without even touching the unison module). All in this months Synth Essentials column.

Scot writes:


We'll can take control over each and every parameter, giving our unison tone a distinct edge over
the prefab variety. All we need is a modular synth and a computer with enough grunt to run the thing!


KarmaFX Synth Modular Reviewed in Computer Music Magazine, January issue

01/15/2009

KarmaFX Synth Modular is reviewed in the January issue of Computer Music Magazine.
It receives a whopping 9/10 rating and their Computer Music Value Award!

CM writes:


If you're looking for a modular synth that works well in a sequencer environment, then we have no hesitation in recommending this one, especially as it's so reasonably priced.


CM Verdict: 9/10


KarmaFX Synth Modular is a great buy, especially for synth fiends in danger of outgrowing their current instruments



We need a lot of flexibility to create the ringing filter signal path, so a modular synthesiser is an obvious choice. As usual, I'll be calling upon KarmaFX Synth Modular...


KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.04 and Plugin Pack 2.1 released !

11/17/2008

KarmaFX Synth Modular 1.04 and KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.1 have been released.
The updates mainly contain bugfixes. See changelogs below.
A couple of new features have been added to the Synth and a fresh install is required.
Registered users should have received their new download link by e-mail.
Synth Modular price has been adjusted to take into account the recent rise in the US dollar.

Riveting reeds - KarmaFX Synth featured in Computer Music Magazine, October issue

10/02/2008

Scot Solida uses KarmaFX Synth to recreate convincing reed sounds in the October issue of Computer Music Magazine.

Scot writes:


...While we could do a pretty good job of this with a virtual analogue, I think better results can be obtained from something a little more cutting-edge...We need a synth with an additive oscillator. KarmaFX does the job, as ever...


In another article in the very same issue, KarmaFX Synth is also used to recreate well known Sci-Fi sounds!

Stuff section updated!

09/19/2008

The Stuff section has been updated with a couple of new entries.

Legendary Goa- and Psy-Trance producer and pioneer, Bill Halsey (the man behind
Cosmosis and Mumbo Jumbo) has
generously posted a collection of patches for KarmaFX Deelay that he uses.
Also, some KarmaFX Synth banks posted on the forum earlier on have now found their way to the Stuff section.

Scot Solida plays with feedback in this Summer's issue of Computer Music Magazine

Scot writes:


Modular synthesizers offer lots of interesting feedback options. I created a track on my last album using a constantly cycling feedback loop I patched on my big Synthesizers.com modular system. KarmaFX Synth can do it too...


More Downloadable Stuff and Tutorials for KarmaFX Synth Modular!

07/19/2008

A new webpage with room for more downloadable stuff for KarmaFX Synth Modular, like patch banks, tutorials and skins, has been added.
Right now it contains two very nice patch banks, two video tutorials and a skinpack for those interested in making their own skins.
In time more stuff will be added.

A new version of the KarmaFX Plugin Pack, version 2.0, has been released.
During the hectic months up to the release of the KarmaFX Synth Modular, development of the KarmaFX Plugin Pack was heavily down prioritized.
Therefore it is now time for an update of this useful pack of VST effects.
Bugs have been fixed and features have been added or improved. The main change however, is the inclusion of a brand new 15 page User's Manual.

KarmaFX Plugin Pack 2.0 changelog.

Added performance improvements.

Added SSE3 code path and memory optimizations to Reverb plugin.

Plugin dll's are now compressed for faster load times.

Individual version numbers for the plugins have been removed.

The plugin pack now includes an (optional) 15 page User's Manual in PDF format.

Equalizer has been extended with optional Low and High shelving and an extreme 36/48/96dB boost switch. (Thanks Outside Context Problem)

Bugfix: Automating many parameters simultaneously could malfunction in all plugins. Fixed. (Thanks Buckley!)

Bugfix: Equalizer mode was not computed consistently which made it possible to select 24dB but get 12dB. Fixed. (Thanks Outside Context Problem)

Bugfix: Equalizer GUI Alt-moving sliders has been improved and an Alt-Shift tilt option has been added. (Thanks Outside Context Problem)